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The first president, George Washington, was inaugurated at Federal Hall in New York on April 30, 1789. Washington repeated the oath, read by Chancellor Robert Livingston of New York, with one hand on the Bible: “I do solemnly swear that I will … [Read More...]

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When is the 2017 U.S. Presidential Inauguration?
The U.S. Presidential Inauguration will be held on January 20, 2017.
What events make up the Presidential Inauguration?
The inauguration of the U.S. President has changed over the centuries. Today, the traditional activities that constitute … [Read More...]

Gates will open at 6 a.m. on the morning of the Inauguration. Parking will be severely limited on Inauguration Day, but visitors may take public transportation.
The Swearing-In Ceremony will be held outdoors on the west front steps of the Capitol. In the